Lead Educator

2 weeks ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Guardian Early Learning Group Pty Ltd Full time

Are you ready to embark on an incredible adventure with children? Join Guardian and let your creativity and passion thrive as a Lead Educator

At Guardian, we believe in the power of brave, curious, and imaginative children who shape the future. If you have the courage to make a difference in the lives of Australia's little superheroes, then we want you

Why Guardian? Because we offer more than just a job.

  • Grow and learn with our professional development programs and career pathways. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way.
  • Be part of an innovative teaching environment that is backed by world-leading research. Your voice matters, and together we can create unforgettable learning experiences.
  • Collaborate and share your best practices with a team of passionate Educators and Teachers. Let's revolutionize early childhood education through exploration, discovery, and play.
  • Enjoy a high-quality, well-resourced environment for both children and educators. We believe in creating spaces that inspire and nurture creativity.
  • Be recognized and rewarded for your exceptional contribution to our purpose. Your efforts will never go unnoticed.
  • We are proud to offer significantly above award wages, recognizing the incredible dedication and expertise our childcare superstars bring to their role.
  • In addition to competitive pay, we provide additional allowances, extra programming time, and access to a network of experienced professionals who are committed to supporting and helping you grow.

The centre: Burdell West

With modern, spacious indoor and outdoor environments, children have a safe and secure way to explore their world. Taking pride in offering a culturally inclusive environment, our Burdell West daycare centre will fast become any child's home away from home.

Burdell West has five beautiful learning studios. Each are grouped by age, and there is a separate sleep room attached to the nursery. Each room has quality educational resources for fun, engaging play-based learning experiences.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

  • Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the centre community.
  • Implement an innovative early learning program that reflects the latest in early years thinking and practice.
  • Share and document children's learning and development with families, creating a collaborative learning process.
  • Contribute to the implementation and adoption of the Guardian Curriculum - where imagination and growth thrive


What you need to join this super team:

  • A completed Diploma in Children's Services
  • Prior experience in long day-care
  • Sound knowledge of the NQF and the EYLF, with practical implementation skills
  • Willing to work full time
  • Current Working with Children's Check (QLD Paid Blue Card)


If you're ready to unleash your inner superhero and create a world of learning and fun for children, apply now We can't wait to welcome you to the Guardian family.

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.

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